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Silverwood Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
1649 Claycord Ave., Concord, CA 94521
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,451 of 9,539
In Concord
#8 of 23
public schools
In district
#22 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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About Silverwood Elementary
Silverwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Silverwood Elementary serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Silverwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,451 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Silverwood Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Silverwood Elementary runs 26.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Silverwood Elementary — Students at Silverwood Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Silverwood Elementary Compares
See how Silverwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1649 Claycord Ave., Concord, CA 94521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silverwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highlands Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 0.4 mi | — |
| ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord | 0.4 mi | — |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 0.5 mi | — |
| MYRTLE FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Ayers Elementary Concord | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Clayton Valley Charter High Concord | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS Concord | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope Academy for Dyslexics Concord | 1.2 mi | — |
| Concord High Concord | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| King's Valley Christian School Concord | 1.2 mi | — |
| KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| El Dorado Middle Concord | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Westwood Elementary Concord | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Highlands Elementary Concord | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| WOOD ROSE ACADEMY Concord | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Pine Hollow Middle Concord | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Wood Rose Academy Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,312
Median Home Value
$823,100
Median Rent
$2,388/mo
Population
41,118
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount, CA | 5.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton, CA | 5.5 |
| Arthur E. Mills Intermediate Firebaugh, CA | 5.5 |
| Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow, CA | 5.5 |
| Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas, CA | 5.5 |
| Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (PK-8) Duarte, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silverwood Elementary
What grades does Silverwood Elementary serve?
Silverwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Silverwood Elementary?
Silverwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silverwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Silverwood Elementary is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silverwood Elementary rank in CA?
Silverwood Elementary ranks #6,451 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Silverwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Silverwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Silverwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silverwood Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Silverwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Silverwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silverwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Silverwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silverwood Elementary?
34.2% of students at Silverwood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (925) 687-1150
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #22 of 47
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